A headset audio system is provided, comprising at least a headset, a control unit, and a control assignment selector, wherein the headset is adapted to provide output audio to a user from at least a first and a second audio signal and the control unit is provided to allow user adjustment of one or more audio parameters and comprises at least a first assignable audio control and a second assignable audio control. To allow the user to select one of the control modes according to the respective application and/or her or his preference, the control assignment selector is configured to switch the assignable audio controls of the control unit between at least a first control mode and second control mode, wherein in said first control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a main volume of said output audio and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a mixing level between said at least first and second audio signals; and in said second control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said first audio signal, and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said second audio signal.
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1. A headset audio system with at least a headset to provide output audio to a user from at least a first and a second audio signal; a control unit, provided to allow user adjustment of one or more audio parameters; said control unit comprising at least a first assignable audio control, and a second assignable audio control; and a control assignment selector, configured to switch the assignable audio controls between at least a first control mode and second control mode; wherein in said first control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a main volume of said output audio and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a mixing level between said at least first and second audio signals; and in said second control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said first audio signal, and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said second audio signal.
A headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
2. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said control unit is connectable between the headset and an audio source.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 includes a control unit that connects between the headset and the audio source (e.g. computer, game console). The control unit allows adjustment of one or more audio parameters using a first assignable audio control and a second assignable audio control, which are switched between at least a first control mode and second control mode via a control assignment selector. The first control mode configures the first assignable audio control for main volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for mixing level adjustment between the first and second audio signals, while the second control mode configures the first assignable audio control for first audio signal volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for second audio signal volume adjustment.
3. The headset audio system of claim 2 , wherein said control unit is connectable to a detachable playback device of said audio source.
The headset audio system described in Claim 2 includes a control unit connectable between the headset and an audio source, and that control unit connects to a detachable playback device (like a game controller) of that audio source. The control unit allows adjustment of one or more audio parameters using a first assignable audio control and a second assignable audio control, which are switched between at least a first control mode and second control mode via a control assignment selector. The first control mode configures the first assignable audio control for main volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for mixing level adjustment between the first and second audio signals, while the second control mode configures the first assignable audio control for first audio signal volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for second audio signal volume adjustment.
4. The headset audio system of claim 3 , wherein said audio source is a game console and the detachable playback device is a game controller.
The headset audio system described in Claim 3 includes a control unit connectable between the headset and an audio source, where the audio source is a game console and the detachable playback device is a game controller. The control unit allows adjustment of one or more audio parameters using a first assignable audio control and a second assignable audio control, which are switched between at least a first control mode and second control mode via a control assignment selector. The first control mode configures the first assignable audio control for main volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for mixing level adjustment between the first and second audio signals, while the second control mode configures the first assignable audio control for first audio signal volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for second audio signal volume adjustment.
5. The headset audio system of claim 3 , wherein the control unit comprises a housing with a connecting section, the connecting section being adapted to form-fit the detachable playback device.
The headset audio system described in Claim 3 includes a control unit connectable between the headset and an audio source, and that control unit connects to a detachable playback device (like a game controller) of that audio source. The control unit consists of a housing with a connecting section, and this section is shaped to physically fit the detachable playback device, essentially docking it. The control unit allows adjustment of one or more audio parameters using a first assignable audio control and a second assignable audio control, which are switched between at least a first control mode and second control mode via a control assignment selector. The first control mode configures the first assignable audio control for main volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for mixing level adjustment between the first and second audio signals, while the second control mode configures the first assignable audio control for first audio signal volume adjustment and the second assignable audio control for second audio signal volume adjustment.
6. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said control assignment selector is formed integrally with said control unit.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has a control assignment selector for switching the function of the two control knobs (first and second), and this selector is built directly into the control unit. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has the two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
7. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said headset and said control unit are formed integrally with each other.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has the headset and the control unit made as a single, integrated piece, rather than separate components. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
8. The headset audio system of claim 1 , further comprising an audio processor, said audio processor being connected with the headset and with the control unit to receive one or more of said audio parameters; said audio processor being configured to process said at least first and second audio signals according to the received audio parameters to obtain an output audio signal and to provide said output audio signal to the headset.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has an audio processor. This processor is connected to both the headset and the control unit, and it receives the audio parameters (volume, mix level) adjusted by the user. The audio processor takes the first and second audio signals, processes them based on those user-adjusted parameters, creates a final output audio signal, and sends that signal to the headset. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
9. The headset audio system of claim 8 , wherein the audio processor is connectable to an audio source for receiving said at least first and second audio signals.
The headset audio system described in Claim 8 has an audio processor, connected to both the headset and the control unit, and that audio processor connects to an audio source to receive the first and second audio signals. The audio processor takes the first and second audio signals, processes them based on user-adjusted parameters, creates a final output audio signal, and sends that signal to the headset. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
10. The headset audio system of claim 8 , wherein the audio processor is formed integrally with said control unit.
The headset audio system described in Claim 8 has an audio processor, connected to both the headset and the control unit. This audio processor is physically integrated into the same unit as the control unit. The audio processor takes the first and second audio signals, processes them based on user-adjusted parameters, creates a final output audio signal, and sends that signal to the headset. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
11. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said first and second assignable audio controls are assignable mechanical controls.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has the first and second control knobs/controls that can be assigned different functions, and these controls are physical, mechanical controls (like knobs or sliders). The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
12. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said first and second assignable audio controls are assignable rotary controls.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has the first and second control knobs/controls that can be assigned different functions, and these controls are rotary controls (knobs). The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
13. The headset audio system of claim 12 , wherein said assignable rotary controls are arranged in a stacked relationship, so that an axis of rotation of said first assignable rotary audio control at least substantially corresponds to an axis of rotation of said second assignable rotary audio control.
The headset audio system described in Claim 12 uses rotary controls (knobs) for the first and second assignable audio controls. The knobs are arranged one on top of the other, sharing the same central axis, so one knob is stacked on top of the other. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
14. The headset audio system of claim 1 , wherein said headset comprises a microphone to record user audio.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 includes a microphone attached to the headset to record the user's voice. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
15. The headset audio system according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of said first and second audio signals comprises multiple audio channels.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 has at least one of the first or second audio signals containing multiple audio channels (e.g., stereo or surround sound). The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
16. The headset audio system of claim 1 , configured to provide output audio to a user from at least a first, a second, and a third audio signal.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 is capable of providing output audio from three separate audio signals (first, second, and third) to the user. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
17. The headset audio system of claim 1 , configured for gaming applications, wherein said first audio signal comprises user chat audio and said second audio signal comprises game sound.
The headset audio system described in Claim 1 is designed for gaming applications. The first audio signal is user chat audio (voice communication), and the second audio signal is game sound effects and music. The headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. A control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. A selector switches the function of the knobs. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
18. A control unit for a headset audio system that provides output audio to a user from at least a first and a second audio signal, said control unit comprises at least a first assignable audio control, and a second assignable audio control; wherein said assignable audio controls are configured to be switched between at least a first control mode and second control mode; and wherein in said first control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a main volume of said output audio and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a mixing level between said at least first and second audio signals; and in said second control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said first audio signal, and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said second audio signal.
A control unit for a headset audio system lets a user hear two separate audio signals (first and second) through the headset. The control unit has two knobs or controls (first and second) that the user can adjust to change the audio. The function of the knobs can be switched between two modes. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
19. A method of controlling audio in a headset audio system comprising a headset to provide output audio to a user from at least a first and a second audio signal and a control unit, provided to allow user adjustment of one or more audio parameters; said control unit comprising at least a first assignable audio control, and a second assignable audio control; wherein said assignable audio controls are switched between at least a first control mode and a second control mode; wherein in said first control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a main volume of said output audio and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a mixing level between said at least first and second audio signals; and wherein in said second control mode, the first assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said first audio signal, and the second assignable audio control is configured for adjustment of a volume of said second audio signal.
A method controls audio in a headset system, where a headset provides two separate audio signals (first and second) to the user. A control unit allows the user to change the audio with two knobs or controls (first and second). The function of the knobs is switched between two modes. In the first mode, the first knob adjusts the overall (main) volume, and the second knob adjusts the balance (mixing level) between the two audio signals. In the second mode, the first knob adjusts the volume of the first audio signal, and the second knob adjusts the volume of the second audio signal.
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